- Nepal is facing economic crisis due to its heavy reliance on Indian petroleum imports and the shockwaves from the US war.
- India's protectionist policies restrict Nepali market access while West Asia tensions impact Nepali households.
- Nepali residents are utilizing Indian towns to buy goods at lower prices, highlighting the realities of cross-border commerce and government taxation efforts.
- Fertilizer shortages are increasing reliance on cross-border markets in Sitamarhi, prompting tightened border checks by SSB.
Indian law restricting subsidized fertilizer exports is increasing reliance on cross-border markets for Nepali farmers.
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Indian law restricting subsidized fertilizer exports is increasing reliance on cross-border markets for Nepali farmers.
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Nepal
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